Residential Care Worker | Permanent Part Time – #1936

Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA)

 Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) has been a leader for advocacy and inclusion in BC for families with special needs since 1952, and now we need you. We have an opening in one of our group homes in Vancouver for a Residential Care Worker (RCW) to assist with residents’ physical, emotional, social, and recreational needs.

 We need your skills and experience to help British Columbians with developmental disabilities reach their full potential by supporting their rights and self-determination. Come see what we are about. Go to www.develop.bc.ca for all of our latest blogs and podcasts and scroll to the bottom of the page to connect with us on social.


JOB TITLE: 
RESIDENTIAL CARE WORKER | #1936
SERVICE AREA: Residential Services
LOCATION: Richmond, BC
START DATE: November 3, 2024
TERM/STATUS: Permanent Part Time
SCHEDULE/HRS: Sunday 8:00-14:30 // 6.5 hours per week
HOURLY WAGE: $28.25 as per collective agreement


THE ROLE:
The Residential Care Worker (RCW) assists residents to live successfully in residential settings within the community. The position ensures the residents’ physical, emotional, social, recreational, economic, educational, and/or medical needs are met. The RCW assists residents by enhancing their quality of life through activities of daily living. The RCW works both independently and as part of a team, and demonstrates the ability to take initiative and effectively problem solve using sound judgment.


Education & Experience:

  • Degree or Diploma in area directly related to supporting people with developmental disabilities such as Social Services, Human Services, or Education.
  • 1-2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, or related equivalent experience.
  • Experience with, or training in, areas of adaptive communication, positive behavior support, and community care is an asset.

REQUIREMENTS: